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Cool 2-bed penthouse, with a 40 sqm terrace, stunning views on the city

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A modern kitchen with a central island, black pendant lights, and a bookshelf filled with books.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a glass dining table with chairs.
A modern living room with a white sofa, a purple armchair, and a dining area with a glass table and chairs.
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a mirror, and a wall with artwork.
A rooftop terrace with a table and chairs, a metal railing, and a view of surrounding buildings.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
Located in the city center, this apartment features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It accommodates 4 guests. Enjoy the patio and deck for outdoor relaxation. The Barbican Arts Centre and The Curve offer diverse cultural experiences nearby.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors

    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Liverpool Street
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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London, England
  • Place, Barbican Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Financial District
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, City, University of London
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LCY-London City)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second bedroom

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Cool 2-bed penthouse, with a 40 sqm terrace, stunning views on the city

Life in the City - your home away from home in Central London!

A cool top floor penthouse apartment offering 110 sqm of living space, including a 40 sqm decked terrace overlooking the financial city. You'll be in the heart of the city - the buzz (and delicious food) of the market street below by day, the quiet you need to rest by night.

The penthouse is a newly built conversion on top of what used to be a pub-house (turned into a cool and lively cafe) and is great both for business visitors to London (walking distance to the City, 2 stops from Kings Cross), as well as tourists (a 10 min walk to St. Paul's and from there take the tube to Oxford street or cross the river over to the Tate Modern for example).

The 40 sqm decked terrace of the flat with expansive views on the City is what makes this place special and is a great end of day destination and a nice brunch/lunch spot any time of the week (London weather permitting).

The master bedroom has a king-size bed, the smaller bedroom has a reclining sofa, that can sleep two. The bathroom has a bathtub as well as a separate shower.

Fully equipped kitchen, including a blender (great for smoothies any time of day), juice press (to satisfy your thirst for fresh orange juice) and a Nespresso coffee machine to help you wake up in the morning. A large oven and stove as well as a microwave, for those who feel the need to cook at home, although there are a bunch of great places at your doorstep (Turkish, sushi, Vegan, Thai, Indian, Italian, Ramen noodles and more).

For groceries, Waitrose supermarket is just down the street.

Please note, the penthouse is situated on the top (3rd) floor of an old pub house conversion. As such, there is no lift in the building, not recommended for guests who may have mobility problems. The flip side of the walk up the stairs are the sweeping views of the city from the large outdoor space of the terrace.

Walking distance to St. Paul's cathedral, Tate Modern, Tower bridge, etc. Close to 3 metro stops/5 metro lines: Barbican, Old Street and St. Paul's.

Open market on Whitecross is fun and delicious!

Who loves it: business travellers; solo travellers; families with kids; couples or friends visiting London for the weekend;

At your doorstep: the Barbican; Guildhall school of music; Smithfields; Shoreditch; Kingscross St Pancrass; Sandlers Wells; Bank of England;

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8547430
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

London

Located in London, this apartment is in the city centre. Oxford Street and Liverpool Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit London Eye and Natural History Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Emirates Stadium or London Stadium.
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London, England

What's nearby

  • Barbican Centre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Financial District - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • City, University of London - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Liverpool Street - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • St. Paul's Cathedral - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Old Street Station - 6 min walk
  • Old Street Underground Station - 7 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Masque Haunt - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪FWD:Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Monohon Ramen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Turkish Gozleme Company - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Whitecross Tap - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cool 2-bed penthouse, with a 40 sqm terrace, stunning views on the city pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cool 2-bed penthouse, with a 40 sqm terrace, stunning views on the city?

As of 19 Sept, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cool 2-bed penthouse, with a 40 sqm terrace, stunning views on the city on 18 Jan, 2027 start from S$1,095, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Cool 2-bed penthouse, with a 40 sqm terrace, stunning views on the city?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Cool 2-bed penthouse, with a 40 sqm terrace, stunning views on the city?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cool 2-bed penthouse, with a 40 sqm terrace, stunning views on the city?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cool 2-bed penthouse, with a 40 sqm terrace, stunning views on the city located?

Located in London City Centre, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Barbican Centre and Liverpool Street. St. Paul's Cathedral and Tower of London are also within 2 miles (3 km). Old Street Underground Station is 7 minutes by foot and Barbican Station is 7 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 122 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Flat was properly as expected.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful apartment with spacious balcony, kitchen and bathroom. Our family of four enjoyed having lots of room to hang out and eat a few meals. The host was excellent at communication and answered many questions promptly and clearly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host had amazing communication skills, very kind and reliable. Clean rooms with great views and amazing vibes! Would book again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location worked perfectly for our family. The host was easy to communicate with and accommodated us with letting us drop our bags early. The flat was clean enough. The second bedrooms bed didnt not work for my two boys as it sunk in the middle. One slept on the couch, which was fine but mind you there are no blinds out there so it was very bright. But when you're as tired as he was it didnt bother him at all. Overall the place worked out fine for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4 day holiday

Awesome accommodation and close to walk both Old & New town areas.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to set up to explore London!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

The location was great with easy access to transportation. The street was lively during the week with mid day vendors yet quieted down for peaceful evenings.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay w Family, close to lots of specialties restaurants and grocery store

Place is great, might be a bit of a climb for some, no lift but worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend in London

Great for family of 4 in London. Nice appartment and perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host let us check in early. This made my first day so much easier than it otherwise would have been. The flat was clean and comfortable. Everything worked.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Apartment was very cool - especially the great balcony and terrace. We loved that we could enjoy breakfast and a couple of dinners there and not have to eat out every meal. Any small issues we had - the host was readily available and addressed them. You must be physically fit to stay here as the flat is 4 stories up and tube stations are around 15 minutes away - the good thing is that there are three different ones in the area. For first-timers, you may want to stay a little more central although any location has its pros and cons. If you want an apartment experience- this is the place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

All around great experience.

Great location. And just an overall great experience. Would definitely book this flat again.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay in London

Would stay here again in a heartbeat. Check-in was spot on. Property manager was responsive as well. Great location, easy access to the Tube
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We had access to two tubes very close with a lot of places to eat near by.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous Oasis in the city of London

We loved staying in this very cozy and bright pent house apartment. It has all the amenities needed for making meals that can be enjoyed on the outdoor deck. The location is amazing and the neighborhood is so quiet! A truly wonderful place.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and very helpful host

Location of the flat was fantastic. It was just the right size for my wife and I. There was so much good food and things to do nearby. Host was very communicative and helpful If I go back to London I will gladly book that spot again
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful flat in a perfect area.

This place was perfect! Close to the Old Street underground . Plus, so many places to eat in the area. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

November stay

Two adults and a 9 year old had a wonderful stay. The flat was in a great area, close to transportation, but away from the crowds. Quiet at night, but right by everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We were happy with the location. Short walks to restaurants. Quick tube rides to downtown.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic apartment and perfect for everything we needed. Close to multiple underground stations, lots of grocery stores nearby, and worked perfectly for our family of 4. The bed in the second bedroom is smaller but for our 8 and 6 year it was more than enough. If we have to opportunity to return to London, we will definitely look to see if this apartment is available.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great London Trip

Property was in a very nice neighborhood with plenty of food/grocery options nearby. Getting to London attractions was easy. Flat was quiet and large enough for us to feel at home. Would stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Spent a few nights at this penthouse and couldn’t have been happier. The location is perfect for restaurants and pubs in Islington and Shoreditch and it was very easy getting to and from central London.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
Dear Reid, so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you and welcome back any time Milena
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay

Excellent property, great neighborhood. Pictures are an accurate depiction. Host was very responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving trip to London

Lovely flat! Close to everything we needed to discover London. Really enjoyed the terrace at night with the views. Would definitely stay again when we hopefully get back to London!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Top

Great stay in a Great appartment on a grezt neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Your host

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Hey, I’m Milena! Living between London (UK) and Sofia (BG) after a wild ride in the previous 20 years, having lived in 7 countries, including the US, Poland, France, Austria, Russia and Kazakhstan in addition to the UK and BG. Love travelling, discovering new places and meeting new (and by all means good!) people.. Love skiing, golf, sunshine and the beach. Love reading, yoga and staying fit. I am a vegan, hence for the health conscious, you'll find a few basic, but useful tools in my place. To those who stay at my place, may you feel the welcome home away from home!
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Why they chose this property

Located in Central London, a modern space full of light, offering the buzz of the city by day, and the quiet you need to rest after a busy day by night. Excellent location with quick connections to all points of interest in the city via metro or direct bus, stations located within 5 mins walking from home. Friendly and accommodating host, who loves hosting guests.

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English, French, Russian, Polish

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